When fate plays its hand (Miranda)

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Calvin knew Miranda didn’t want to owe Zach any favors, so he stepped in, making the decision for her. After all, he was only asking–there was no guarantee it would work out.

“Alright then, Miranda, get some rest. I’m hanging up now,” Calvin said and ended the call.

“Man, look at you, all eager and taking her call casually. What did she do for you to get you this whipped? It’s nauseating,” Zach teased, unable to resist.

Calvin shot back, “You don’t get it. My friendship is all about sincerity, unlike you.”

“Friendship?” Zach raised an eyebrow. “She and Hans broke up. Where’s this deep connection coming from between you two?”

Hansel also glanced at Calvin curiously.

But Calvin, taking on a more serious tone, straightened up and said, “It’s not like that. Miranda helped me out a lot in the past. Just because she’s not with Hans anymore doesn’t change my friendship with her.”

“Helped you? How?” Zach’s eyes flickered with curiosity.

Calvin coughed lightly, “Well, it’s a long story. Not something for today–let’s just have some drinks. By the way, Zach, I actually need your help with-”

“Ah, I really need to hit the restroom first,” Zach cut him off, darting out faster than a rabbit.

in confusion. “What’s up with him? I feel

And he did.

terrace, lighting.

cigarette, he lit another but mostly let it burn between his fingers, taking just the occasional puff. Suddenly, as

Calvin, Miranda left her phone on the coffee table and went to take a shower. When she came out with her hair dried, she noticed two

called back, and

who is

Zach sighed in exasperation.

years, and you didn’t save my number? What’s worse, you saved Calvin’s but

going on?” she asked, wondering why

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ridiculous he sounded and regretted how easily

he even making a

asked, “What do you

I was there when you called Calvin,”

“So?”

mentioned that I have the resources, and I could help you. Why didn’t you call me? I’ve got tons

“I didn’t have